Hilliard Handbuilding Studio

6 Wednesdays, Sep 16-Oct 21, 930-12pm. Member $300, Non-member $330

LENGTH: 6 classes

LEVEL: all levels

WHAT TO EXPECT: In this fun class for beginners with artist Holly Heaslip, each student will proceed at their own pace under Holly's expert guidance, learning to create functional, decorative, and sculptural forms suitable for gift-giving or decorating for the holidays.

Absolute beginners will start with the basics, and students with a little experience will continue to hone their skills and further their technique.

All materials, glazes, and firings are included.

EXTRAS: This class includes 9 Open Studio hours so students can practice the skills they learn in class.

DON'T FORGET: This class is held downstairs in the Education Wing. Bring an apron and an old hand towel. Students are asked not to arrive prior to 10 minutes before class.

SAVE: Save $30 on this class by purchasing a membership for only $65 and get discounts on classes and events year-round at the Center.

INSTRUCTOR: A Cape Cod native, Holly Heaslip began her journey with clay as an apprentice at Brewster Pottery. Being completely smitten, she continued on to complete a Bachelors degree in Art Education at Skidmore College. From there she went on to The School for American Craftsman at Rochester Institute of Technology where she received an MFA. The next years were spent teaching in New York state and as an Artist-in-Residence at Art Park on the Niagara River in Lewiston, NY. Eventually, the ocean beckoned and she returned home to Barnstable Village where she established her studio, Bay Scallop Pottery. Working on the potter's wheel and with hand-building techniques, Holly makes contemporary functional ware. Her inspiration comes from life near the seashore. It is her hope that her pottery speaks in a clear quiet manner reflecting her love of place.